RAKESH BHANDARI
Granville
Summary
Professional, reliable, team-oriented chef with three years of high-volume kitchen and custom menu food preparation experience. Ability to work under pressure and work directly with clients to create and deliver high-quality, nutritious, and attractive selection of meals. Entrepreneurial, innovative, and creative
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
The Twisted Chef
07.2024 - Current
- Schedule staff and assist in human resources processes as needed
- Lead, mentor, and manage the culinary team.
- Develop and plan menus and daily specials.
- Create prep lists for the kitchen crew.
- Maintain standards for food storage, rotation, quality, and appearance.
- Ensure compliance with applicable health codes and regulations.
- Establish maintenance and cleaning schedules for equipment, storage, and work areas.
- Manage food costs and inventory.
Cook Supervisor
The Sugarhill Cafe
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Worked with chefs to create dishes that meet customer preferences while considering cost-effectiveness
- Ensuring the kitchen is clean and organized, and that all equipment is sanitized
- Provided guidance and support also conducted performance evaluations, and ensuring staff are performing their duties effectively
- Ensured food is stored correctly to prevent spoilage
- Estimated and ordered ingredients and supplies required for meal preparation.
Cook
Bigtree House Cafe
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Learned to work effectively in fast-paced environment through multitasking
- Actively participated as a member of a dynamic team, cooperated with team in a friendly and helpful manner
- Prepared ingridients, garnishes and side dishes in advance to expedite meal service
- Prepared off the grill items from the menu as well as hand prepared burgers and sandwiches
- Completed daily cleaning checklist to meet WHS requirements
Education
Graduate Diploma - Diploma of Hospitality Management
International Institute of Education
Parramatta, Sydney03-2024
No Degree - Certificate IV Of Cookery
International Institute of Education
Parramatta, Sydney08-2023
Skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of culinary techniques and practices
- Understanding of menu and recipe development techniques
- Strong leadership abilities
- Ongoing awareness of culinary trends
- Understanding of health and sanitation laws
- Excellent knife-handling skills
- Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office
- Previous kitchen management experience
- Strong listening skills and ability to make informed decisions in high pressure
Accomplishments
- Consistently prepared meals within a 20-minute timeframe to meet customer demands.
- Developed a training program for new cooks.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Nepali
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef
The Twisted Chef
07.2024 - Current
Cook Supervisor
The Sugarhill Cafe
04.2023 - 06.2024
Cook
Bigtree House Cafe
04.2022 - 04.2023
Graduate Diploma - Diploma of Hospitality Management
International Institute of Education
No Degree - Certificate IV Of Cookery
International Institute of Education
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